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What is a Smart Appliance?When the first oven that had a temperature control on its oven came out, I'm sure that it was called a smart oven. Similarly, the first refrigerator that defrosted itself, was considered a smart refrigerator. But imagine this: You're baking cookies, and the oven reaches 350 degrees. You hate it when the kitchen heats up, but what can you do? Your new Jenn-Air® wall oven with Nest connectivity, will communicate with the furnace to drop the temperature a few degrees to compensate for that extra heat from your oven.Now, that's a smart appliance. It's just one of the many connectivity features available in appliances these days. There are a host of new appliances with smart features from top brands now available at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center.Smart Jenn-Air Appliances at UAKCWe're only touching on one brand here, but the professionals at UAKC receive regular updates from the appliance manufacturers and can give you the direction you need to make your own smart decisions on today's smart appliances. Here's a brief introduction to the new connected wall ovens from Jenn-Air:More and more appliance buyers are enjoying the incredible conveniences and luxuries that smart homes and products like the Nest Learning Thermostat add to their lifestyle. They love the way Nest already connects their home to security devices and cameras, and they'll love the idea of Nest working in the kitchen too.Larger than before, this new Jenn-Air® single wall oven offers 5.0 cubic feet of oven capacity and

New Thermador Appliances at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterUAKC has the best selection of undercounter appliances including undercounter refrigerators, beverage centers, wine units, and refrigerator and freezer drawers. In 2016, Celebrating its 100th anniversary, Thermador is introducing new drawer refrigeration units and wine reserves. These products are available now!UNDERCOUNTER DRAWER REFRIGERATION• Customizable cooling modes - Fridge, Pantry and Bar• SoftClose® drawers for ultra-smooth closing• Customizable drawer dividers and shelving• Removable Drawer Mats• Full Extension Drawers• Drawer Open Alarm• Quick Chill• LED Lighting• Drawer mats keep items from sliding and remove for easy cleaning• Touch electronic controls for precise temperature managementUNDERCOUNTER WINE RESERVE UNITS• Dual zone wine storage with adjustable temperature zones (upper: - 40°F - 52°F, lower: 52°F - 64°F)• Full-extension wine racks• UV resistant tempered glass door• SoftClose® door hinges for ultra-smooth closing of the door• Removable Drawer Mats• Full Extension Drawers• Drawer Open Alarm• LED theater lighting• Touch electronic controls for precise temperature managementThermador OffersThermador 1-2-FREE EventMore Savings in 2016: Purchase an eligible cooking package & select your FREE Dishwasher option. Add Refrigeration & customize your kitchen with a special gift! Offer valid January 1, 2016 – December 15, 2016Freedom Collection Refrigeration & Freezer Rebate$800 Installation Rebate Stainless Steel Freedom® Series Refrigeration & Freezer Packages. Offer valid January 1, 2016 – December 15, 2016For more information on Thermador, or other major appliances, and decorative plumbing fixtures contact the professionals at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center today.

Viking Gas Ranges with Expanded CapacityGet the latest in Professional Grade cooking products at UAKCViking has long been known for introducing restaurant style ranges to the residential market. Yet, over the last few years they've been adding more and more true commercial features to the restaurant look ranges. For example, the new larger gas oven cavity accommodates a full size commercial sheet pan. But, that's just the beginning. Look at the many features below, and you'll agree that Viking has combined the best in commercial features with sensible homeowner friendly features such as SoftLit™ LED control panel accent lights and a slowly closing GentleClose™ door.VGR7361 ALL GAS RANGES Now with improved larger oven Capacity of 5.1 cubic feet Fits a full size commercial sheet panEXCLUSIVE Viking Elevation™ Burners with brass flame ports boast 23,000 BTUs across the front of all width configurations, with multiple 15,000 BTUs and one 8,000 BTU burner across the rear.Inspired by the Viking Commercial plancha, the ViChrome™ Griddle features the PATENT PENDING StayCool™ Trough Handle and grease containment system that strategically directs excess grease into a removable capture trough for quick and easy cleanup.EXCLUSIVE VariSimmer™ Setting on ALL burners provides gentle, even simmering at precisely low cooking temperatures.EXCLUSIVE SoftLit™ LED Lights accent the control panel and illuminate knobs.EXCLUSIVE GentleClose™ Door allows the door to slowly close, ensuring delicate baked goods are not disturbed.EXCLUSIVE TruGlide™ Full Extension Racks (2) for safe and easy removal of heavy bakeware.Available in seven exclusive color finishes including Stainless Steel (SS), Black

More Undercounter Appliances From Sub-Zero and WolfSub-Zero makes Great Refrigerators and Freezers in Small Sizes Too!We've recently written about Wolf's 24" wide ovens designed to fit in small spaces (see below). NEW WOLF 24" WALL OVEN FITS IN SMALL KITCHENSNow, it's time to introduce Sub Zero's undercounter refrigerator and freezer drawers.Depending on the unit, these accessible undercounter appliances are available in 24", 27", and 30" widths. 30" Freezer Model ID-30FI comes equipped with an icemaker, while 30" Refrigerator Model ID-30R comes equipped with an internal water dispenser. All units are designed for convenience and accessibility, equipped with smart-touch controls, and soft-close doors. With Sub-Zero's legendary panelization options you may want your new undercounter appliances to blend in with surrounding cabinets. The soft-on LED lighting prevents that blinding light you experience on opening most refrigerators and freezers, and the responsive smart-touch controls make adjustments a breeze. It's not enough for Sub-Zero to offer all this convenience, accessibility, and soft-touch operation; they go the extra distance with elegant soft-closing drawers. The 30" freezer model ID-30FI is equipped with an automatic ice maker with a "Max Ice" feature that you'll love for parties. The 30" refrigerator model ID-30R has an internal filtered water dispenser. Of course, these units are going to give you years and years of dependable service and are backed up by Sub-Zero's exceptional 24/7 support.Here's what Sub-Zero has to say about their quality engineering and reliability:RIGOROUSLY TESTED TO ENSURE DEPENDABILITYEvery component of every single Sub-Zero unit is tested in our

New Downdraft Ranges from Jenn-Air® Jenn-Air® has been the leader in downdraft cooking for over half a century. Now, with the launch of a new sleek line of slide-in/freestanding ranges, Jenn-Air® has also launched two new range models that include the famous Jenn-Air® downdraft system with an added option for customers who want downdraft, but don't have the capabilities of venting out. Jenn-Air® is offering an optional duct-free kit for customers who don't have the ability to vent their downdraft range to the outside. This kit includes a HAPA filter which captures particulates and allows the use of the range in a duct-free configuration. Both the electric and dual fuel* Jenn-Air® range versions are available with a sleek Euro-style® look in stainless steel or black glass finish. The dual fuel model is also available in a stainless Pro-Style® look (see photo below): Click on the model numbers to go directly to the UAKC model page with added info on these models Jenn-Air®'s new electric downdraft range model# JES1750E. Jenn-Air®'s new dual fuel downdraft range model# JDS1750E. *gas surface cooking/electric oven JDS1750E Featuring downdraft ventilation, the original Jenn-Air® brand innovation, this dual-fuel range boasts a powerful 17,000 BTU burner, DuraFinish™ Protection, Featuring downdraft ventilation, the original Jenn-Air® brand innovation, this dual-fuel range boasts a powerful 17,000 BTU burner, DuraFinish™ Protection, brass burners and an optional duct-free filter kit that allows for installation virtually anywhere. Easily installing in a standard opening, this range pairs beautifully with appliances in our Euro-Style, Black Floating

New KitchenAid 5 Door Refrigerator Here's KitchenAid's new five door full-sized refrigerator with ice and water through the door. Shown here in the stunning Black Stainless Steel finish, KitchenAid will also have a non-dispenser model. Both models will be available in either Black Stainless Steel or traditional Stainless Steel. Below we've listed many of the new features that make this new refrigerator one of the most remarkable new refrigerators that you'll find anywhere. KitchenAid® 25.8 Cu. Ft. 5-Door Standard Depth French Door Refrigerator with Exterior Ice and Water Key Features: 5-Door Configuration Preserva® Food Care System Herb Storage 2 Soft-Close Drawers Professionally-Inspired Design 3-Tier Freezer Drawer with Storage Divider LED Lighting SatinGlide® Crispers Adjustable Spill Resistant Shelves Exterior Ice and Water Dispenser Measured Water Fill In-Door-Ice® System Click on the model number below to go to the UAKC link with more information and pricing. KRMF706ESS Innovative 5-Door Configuration is an industry first. KitchenAid's 5-Door design allows to conveniently organize all your food where you can quickly see it and access it. Elegant soft close doors add a nice touch of luxury. With two separate cooling systems the KitchenAid Preserva® Food Care System has dedicated refrigeration and freezer cooling which keep fresh food fresh, and frozen food frozen. A Fresh Flow™ Air Filter in the refrigerator section helps reduce odors. In the produce drawer a special Fresh Flow™ Produce Preserver is designed to help prevent over-ripening. This fridge comes in two new models one finished in white interior and the upscale

What color is your refrigerator --- on the inside? Jenn-Air Launches Obsidian Refrigerators Available at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center Jenn-Air introduces a new Obsidian refrigerator. The Obsidian interior is accompanied with LED Studio lighting to lend an air of sophistication to the inside of Jenn-Air's luxury built-in unit. The idea is to give the inside of the refrigerator a touch of the elegance that designers endeavor to convey in the kitchen environment outside the refrigerator.The new refrigerators are available in three configurations - a 36" wide unit which has a single upper door and bottom freezer drawer, a 36" French door model with split upper doors and bottom freezer drawer, or a 42" French door model. All three models can be configured with custom panels to match the surrounding cabinets, or with stainless steel fronts. More than just a pretty new interior color, the new Jenn-Air's multi-point LED lighting gives an elegant sparkle by reflecting off the metallic accents in the dark charcoal pigment coating the cabinet. Add to that soft close interior drawers, and there is no doubt that this product is a standout among luxury refrigerators. The sophistication goes beyond just look and feel. Jenn-Air's TwinFresh® climate control system provides separate cooling for refrigerator and freezer by using dual evaporators. This creates two internal cooling climates: a high humidity refrigerator environment, contrasting with a very dry freezer environment. Jenn-Air has been previewing this sophisticated look at industry shows such as

What's Inside Your Refrigerator?Materials used inside today's refrigeratorsThe interior of a new refrigerator is most likely to have a sturdy plastic liner made of material called ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene). Between the ABS liner and the metal exterior of the refrigerator is foamed polyurethane. Some refrigerators may be made with metal interiors such as stainless steel. Once standard for refrigerator interiors, porcelain is no longer used to line the inside of refrigerators. The latest trend for the inside of your fridge appears to be new colors. Visit Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center to review all the new refrigerator interiors and options. Below are two of the latest innovative colors in refrigerators from KitchenAid and Jenn-Air.New Colors Inside RefrigeratorsRecently, KitchenAid has launched a refrigerator with a Platinum interior, and Jenn-Air will be launching an Obsidian color in some of its built-in models.KitchenAidKitchenAid® 29 Cu. Ft. Platinum Interior, Standard-Depth French Door Refrigerator, Architect® Series II MODEL KFIV29PCMSExperience a fresh design that complements the freshness of your sensitive ingredients. This French door refrigerator features the Preserva® Food Care System. Three distinctive features include an ethylene-absorption cartridge that helps extend the freshness of produce by up to 25%. The Platinum interior design features an industry exclusive - silver, glossy walls. Exceeds minimum Federal Energy Standards by 25%.Jenn-AirJenn-Air has launched three new refrigerators with a unique interior finish they call Obsidian."Black lends a very flattering and sophisticated look to this collection and gives everything within the refrigerator more prominence and visual pop," says manager of